These are the guestbook entries for September - December 2004.

Tony, Thanks so much for your willingness to share the secrets of flatpicking. Your inspiration made me believe that I could learn to play it also. It has really made guitar playing a lot of fun and helped me take it to a whole new level. Thanks so much and may God bless you always. Dennis Campbell djcssl@msn.com Dennis Campbell Washougal, WA - Monday, January 03, 2005 at 11:32:22 (EST) I am a singer/songwriter from southwestern PA. I have been playing guitar for about 11 years now. I have seen you twice, 1. Sunshine Daydream campground, WV. and 2. Jam Grass Pitts. PA. Just wanted to that you are one of my favorite guitar players. You take it to a whole new level. Thanks for the jams. God Bless Andrew Davis Mill Run, PA - Sunday, January 02, 2005 at 20:38:44 (EST) We have our tickets for Jan 13, 2005 to see you and Peter Rowan at the Handlebar in Greenville, S C. We can hardly wait. It's great to see you at Festivals but it's even better when you come to us. Two of my favorite musicians!! Thanks!! hazel thomas & mattie smith easley , sc - Saturday, January 01, 2005 at 21:04:53 (EST) new Alex - Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 17:45:58 (EST) The greatest guitar player alive and my personal guitar hero. Mike Olliver Levittown, PA - Friday, December 24, 2004 at 23:59:45 (EST) Bill the clip You are talking about with Emmylou, is Rodney Crowell playing the electric guitar. Rodney and Tony favored a little bit back then. Z.F. Nashville, TN - Thursday, December 23, 2004 at 21:05:06 (EST) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Tony, Pam, and family. Also Prayers go out for Larry. Life is like a mountain railway. Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Thursday, December 23, 2004 at 09:07:11 (EST) Dear Tony, My best to you and your family on this Holiday Season. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2005. Warm regards, Sergio www.sergiolara.com Sergio Lara Satelite, MX - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 at 23:44:49 (EST) Tony, I watch a video clip of you playing with Emmylou and noticed you playing either a Strat or telecaster guitar. What kind was it and do you still play electric any? Of course, we all know you are the master on the acoustic! May God richly bless you and your family...Happy Holidays! Bill Warren Hudson, NC - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 at 23:26:07 (EST) ssadler_2003@yahoo.com ---Heres my email address, Id love to hear from anyone that is familiar with Charlie Bowman, or the Hillbillies music. Would be thrilled to hear from Tony as well. thanks scott bowman scott b pa - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 23:45:16 (EST) Hi Tony, love your music. Was wondering if your coming to the central PA area anytime soon. My grandfather and are big fans. My grandfathers dad was Charlie Bowman, the oldtime fiddler. He was inna band called the Hillbillies in the 1920's. They were the 1st country string band to gain a national audience on both records and radio. He wrote Nine Pound Hammer, East Tennessee Blues,and Roll On Buddy Roll On. Ive heard your version of Nine Pound Hammer, i think its one of the best. Anyway keep up the great music. Your friend Scott Bowman scott b Middletown , PA - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 23:42:53 (EST) Tony,I just wanted to say the first time I heard you play was 1982 at the Frontier Ranch outside Columbus,OH. I saw you with the unit & later that night with the album band. I begged my dad to buy one of your tapes, til this day I have all but 2. Thank you so much for all the great music & hope to see you in the future.Sincerly one of your biggest fans and students of flatpicking, Mike Wilks Mike Wilks Columbus, OH - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 16:07:47 (EST) greatest guitar ever played JOE MGBADA MGBADAJOE@MG.COM, - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 04:44:19 (EST) Greatest guitar to ever play Paul MacDonald - Monday, December 20, 2004 at 20:10:32 (EST) At the Larry benefit, several Rice family members were there. Larry introduced their mom, his wife, his daughter, and his granddaughter. Another family member, their mother's brother, Frank Poindexter, was playing dobro with the Rice brothers. Being an avid dobro fan, I picked up Frank's CD, and it is quite nice--mostly instrumental, with plenty of Frank, plenty of Tony breaks, Larry on mandolin, Wyatt and Ron as well. They were trying to tell me at the table that Frank also plays on the new Larry CD. I should have bought that one too. The evening was great. Larry did a fine job and made it through "Little Maggie" in high style. The Unit set was astonishing of course. I enjoyed watching Tony "direct traffic" on Shady Grove. Dawg took about a split second to figure out the arrangement, then nailed it with a big hammer. I think I heard Tony refer to Vassar as "Clem." Bryn blew us all away with a big solo on "My Favourite Things." Overall a most worthwhile glimpse into the life of a family of great musical personalities and their top notch colleagues. Alan Cairo, GA - Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 11:53:32 (EST) I once heard that Tony was noodlin with Slash from Guns N' Roses. Tony was playin an Eddie Van Halen Kramer...maybe that was a rumor. jed AL - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 19:56:11 (EST) Tony, I got the chance to shake your had at the Suwaneefest this year. You will always be the "Master". I am so sorry to here about Larry. I will be praying for him and your family. He is also a great talent. Always remember, "God is still in the miracle business." A.J. Jensen Moultrie, Ga. - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 19:27:50 (EST) Tony, I was at the benefit for Larry last weekend. This was the first time that I was able to see you perform live. You were fantastic. It was nice to see the master at work. The "Bone" was pleasent to the eyes and ears. I was setting in the middle front row of the stage. The only thing that could have made the night better would have been able to meet you and get a picture, but I had lots of fun. Lee Kotick was great to deal with and I hope your experience was as well. I don't know if Larry mentioned it to you, but I gave him a Cancer Survivors Medal. It was special for me to give him a small form of inspiration to beat his type of Cancer. God Bless you and your family... Larry Auburndale, Fl - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 15:35:56 (EST) It was great to see you with Family and Friends at the Larry Rice Benefit in Tallahassee this past weekend. You had the "Old Bone" sounding as good as it ever has. It was my first time seeing/hearing Bryn Bright. WOW, what a bass player. Best wishes to you, your family and friends always. Happy Holidays. Jeff Dodson Pensacola, FL - Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at 11:45:30 (EST) I dont think Tony owns any electric guitars. I think he is strictly an acoustic guitar man. Z.F. Nashville, TN - Sunday, December 12, 2004 at 20:37:51 (EST) Tony I know you play the Bone and your Santa Cruz, Do ever play electric and if you do what electric guitars do you own and play? Rob Thorsen VA - Sunday, December 12, 2004 at 19:40:36 (EST) To the " Master" ... I am thrilled with your musicianship, as well as your discography !!!! I need a Mentor and Teacher...Are you accepting students ????? ancientones2003@yahoo.com Dale Eugene Harden II Indianapolis, IN - Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 10:16:47 (EST) Your music has traveled with me throughout the years and been enthusiastically received. Thoughts and prayers for Larry, you, Wyatt, Ronnie, and family. W. Johnson An Numaniyah, - Friday, December 10, 2004 at 14:12:59 (EST) Your acoustics album made me actually cry the first time I heard it. It was that good, I intensely look forward to listening to your other music. rian hunter miami, fl - Friday, December 10, 2004 at 00:10:35 (EST) I've been playing bluegrass for over 30 years and just wanted to say thanks for the influence you have on young players. We need them and what better way to get started than to listen to your music. thanks again Stan / Shreveport LA Stan Purdy Shreveport, LA - Thursday, December 09, 2004 at 13:48:28 (EST) Hi Tony. This is the only way I know to reach you. I am your cousin Yolanda. I am Edith's daughter. I am so sorry to hear about Larry. If you see this maybe you could call me. I have been trying to reach Louise too. (701)748-6454. If you don't have time pass this on to your family.Love,Yolanda Yolanda Ryan Hazen, N.D. - Tuesday, December 07, 2004 at 15:14:08 (EST) If any of you Rice fans are looking for some exceptional music with Tony's playing, I am auctioning some very rare mint albums on EBay. Todd Phillips "Released", Darol Anger "Fiddlistics", David Grisman "Dawg Grass Dawg Jazz", and Tony Rice Unit "Still Inside". These albums contain some of Tony's very best work as a sideman, especially the Todd Phillips album. Just do a search on EBay for those titles. All of them are in pristine perfect mint condition. Also, Best wishes to Tony and Pam for a happy and joyous holiday season. Walter J. Flint Yosemite National Park, CA - Tuesday, December 07, 2004 at 14:27:08 (EST) What can I say but great music, wish he would come to NC more! Tracy Tracy Davis New London, NC - Friday, December 03, 2004 at 14:21:15 (EST) hey tony, whatsup. just wanted to let you know that you are the best freakin guitar player alive. hope your feeling ok. listen if you want a mandolin player to fill in sometime it would make me pee in my pants if you gave me a shout. my e-mail adress is pckmycotn@aol.com. thanks hope to hear from you some time. josh hixson chattanooga, TN - Friday, December 03, 2004 at 11:33:21 (EST) Tony, If I can be any help at all for Larry`s Benefit, Let me know!My E-Mail is ccchappy@bellsouth.net Curt Chapman Richmond, Ky - Friday, December 03, 2004 at 01:42:06 (EST) i dont know how to say this, but youre music makes life.. Ive been down psy. For allmost a year now.. and when i heard youre music, i was in another world, and got back safe to the real.. I just want to thank you! Thanks! Youre music is incredible!! There is only one god, you! Nicolai Roenne, - Wednesday, December 01, 2004 at 17:38:26 (EST) I just wanna make clear that "Letenye, Zala" is in Hungary (Europe). Daniel Molnar Daniel Molnar Letenye, Hungary - Wednesday, December 01, 2004 at 06:52:08 (EST) When I was about fifteen I saw a Tony Rice concert video. He played some hot bluegrass songs along with Mark O'Connor, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Béla Fleck and Mark Schatz on that tape. That was amazing for me. Then and there I decided that one day I'm gonna play bluegrass on my guitar just like Tony. Now -ten years later- I'm afraid I'll never gonna beat this... But you know what? I am going to work on it 'til the last day of my life. I thank You, Tony. Daniel Molnar Letenye, Zala - Wednesday, December 01, 2004 at 06:48:01 (EST) I love the interplay in "Come Back to Old Santa Fe". Does anyone have the chords chart figured out? m2koehler@yahoo.com marty berlin, md - Tuesday, November 30, 2004 at 22:37:57 (EST) i would just like to say that i've been playing guitar for almost two years now, and i hear tony's incredible runs and licks on that martin, and it makes me push myself so much harder to play like him. he truly is the BEST guitar player that i know of today. May God bless you. tony mims, jr. Elkmont, AL - Tuesday, November 30, 2004 at 19:34:13 (EST) Tony, I forgot to mention that my wife and I played your version of Go My Way at our wedding this summer. We got married in Lambsburg, Va. That song means alot to us! Toby T. Bunton Winston Salem, NC - Monday, November 29, 2004 at 09:39:53 (EST) I've been listening to Tony for about ten years. My music ranges from Bluegrass,Acoustic,Jazz and Blues and when I'm bored with it all, I can always play something of his. Tony's music is always the best thing in my truck!!! Can't wait until Merle Fest. I also hope he will come back to the Carolina Theater in Greensboro, NC. Tony, Peter Rowan and the Trio put on an amazing show there about 4 years ago. Toby T. Bunton Winston Salem, NC - Monday, November 29, 2004 at 09:34:16 (EST) just got the intimate lesson with tony rice dvd its great tony, i have the other one as well, but i love to watch the older onc because i never got to see you sing, you have mastered so many things in music that nobody will ever duplicate. everyone talks of your guitar work but to me you are the greatest bluegrass singer of all time and because your are so great at guitar so many over look that, and i am proud that you have worked through your trials with the voice and still worked up some new and interesting material for your fans it sets a great example for young kids to work hard. cj lex, ky - Monday, November 29, 2004 at 00:21:32 (EST) I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I was wandering does Tony work on the Holidays too? I am just curious. Carrie KY - Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 20:47:35 (EST) Hey Mr. Tony, This is Dustin Rogers from Batesburg, SC. I am 16 years old and i love to play the guitar. I am currently in a Bluegrass/Country band. We call ourselves: Country Inc. Bluegrass. We would love to hear back from you, but we understand your busy schedule. I have your instructional DVD, and i like working on my unique style with this DVD. We also have an annual "show" down at our newly built Playhouse. We call it Tony's place (The man who owns it is named Tony). We all enjoy you music, and would love to see you down here sometime. If you want to get some info, or just return this conversation, you can e-mail me at luke_one37@yahoo.com. I hope you read this, if not...I think that i will live. But, i want to wish you a happy Thanksgiving. Thanx, Dustin Dustin Rogers Batesburg, SC - Thursday, November 25, 2004 at 22:51:37 (EST) Tony when will your tour resume and can we plan on seeig you in Virginia again? Jack - Tuesday, November 23, 2004 at 10:04:32 (EST) Tony, you're doing great. Your music, your talent & delivery are appreciated, Worldwide. Thanks. Strat man Dwight Dwight Listmayer - Monday, November 22, 2004 at 22:43:47 (EST) How can someone make a donation to the Larry Rice Benifit? carriekeeton@yahoo.com Carrie ky - Saturday, November 20, 2004 at 17:18:21 (EST) We are all excited about the Tony/Vassar unit with Grisman coming to tallahasse for the Larry Rice benefit. My band, Panhandle String Band, is going to be one the bands playing and I'm so stoked! Thanks Tony, it will be a special night. check out Tony's "news + press" link for complete line up for the Larry Rice Benenfit Show Mickey Tallahassee, fl - Saturday, November 20, 2004 at 11:58:16 (EST) Wonderful show last night at the Gordon Center. Thanks Craig Garrison Sykesville, MD - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 23:06:22 (EST) USA I wasnt being negative and i am very sorry for anything i have said or done. I was just wanting to get some tony merchandise for Christmas this year. Again sorry. Tony is the best and will always be the best. I was sorry to hear he was having trouble with his hands but i am very glad to hear that he was resting and wouldnt be cancelling too many shows. He cares so much and hates to let fans down. TONY IS THE BEST!!! bye carrie carrie KY - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 21:34:48 (EST) Will there be another tour will Peter Rowan? I like Rowans work and the album Tony completed with him but I do not think that Peters voice will hold up too much longer. Rob Thorsen - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 19:41:18 (EST) I have always been a fan of yours and a friend since we stood in the woods smoking in high school. Where have you been? Call me 352-447-1594 Samuel W Daniel Yankeetown, FL - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 18:24:56 (EST) C. I agree with everything you have to say. As far as this board is concerned it would be wise to have a moderator or two who frequent this board everyday. Give them access to edit guestbook posts. That way they can keep it clean of unwanted noise. wes - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 13:36:56 (EST) Thank you C! A TR Fan Manazanita, - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 10:49:23 (EST) Actually Devlin is currently offered and it is autographed, one of the few. As previously mentioned we do not have every Tony album, but we are filling the stock and will have more for the Holidays. Including the new DVD re-release of an Intimate Lesson With Tony Rice. It will be available any day. For those who have appreciated this website and the level of service we have provided you, we thank you for your continued support. C. - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 10:26:21 (EST) I would put on Devlin but its on 6 month back order from yall Pete R. Jackson, MS - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 08:44:10 (EST) I would put on Devlin but its on 6 month back order from yall Pete R. Jackson, MS - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 08:43:45 (EST) Wow, I suppose I need to post the reminder that this is a guestbook reserved for the average person to post some kind words for Tony. There is a DISCUSSION LIST made available to talk to your hearts content. Please use it instead of this guestbook. Like Tony had to say in the past, BS is a waste of time and people do it just to start trouble. As far as the spam, talk to your government to pass some real technology anti-spam laws. We HAVE to leave this guestbook open so ANYONE can post to it. If people are interested in paying money for a fan club that offers a private board, let us know. Do you actually think we like to deal with the spam? We even know that some people that frequent this board actually post some of the garbage. Yes, we have footprints that bust you. And for those who continue to ask about the Foxes, they have moved on and no longer associated with Tony Rice. We do our very best to maintain this website. Tony is a private man. Did I say Tony is a private man? We were ASKED to help by Tony after the Foxes left. We had to rebuild the entire store ordering processes, bank accounts, stocking new merchandise, actually paying for that merchandise, and we have provided MORE information regarding Tony in a couple of months than was done in three years. The dates are more accurrate. We have reduced the turn around time for an order from an avg. 30 days, to next day shipments. We drive over 3 hours to get things signed for you the fans. We may not have every piece of Tony's recorded music, but rest assured we are slowly building the stock back up. If people want to come on this board and bad mouth us, then we are here to set the record straight. We are here for the LOVE of Tony's music not to defend ourselves. And rest assured we are working towards a much better flow of information, updates, and unique content. Please take your negativity elsewhere. You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar. For the love of God, please put on some Devlin or the new disc and remind yourself why you like Tony Rice. C. - Friday, November 19, 2004 at 00:14:42 (EST) Santa Cruz back in August. And it still ripped it up! Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at 18:31:35 (EST) Still love You Tony. Does anyone know what guitar Tony is playing at his recent concerts? The old Bone? Santa Cruz? OL' Roscoe - Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at 12:00:37 (EST) The Birchmere show had some really great moments ,most of them being Tony's guitar playing. It was fairly short-1 + hours since they needed to empty the lot to make way for Lone Star fans who were starting to arrive for the second show. Peter's voice started a bit weak and peaked about half way through. Still its great to see such talent on the stage. Susan alexandria, ca - Saturday, November 13, 2004 at 15:40:38 (EST) Can anyone report on the Alexandria show from last night at the Birchmere? Something came up at the last minute and I was (sadly) unable to go. Keep pickin'... Andy Arlington, VA - Saturday, November 13, 2004 at 10:17:53 (EST) Can anyone give me contact info for Snuffy Smith in King, NC. I think Tony mentioned that Snuffy had repaired his instrument one time. Thanks rut reidsville, nc - Friday, November 12, 2004 at 12:16:14 (EST) Enjoyed seeing you on Wednsday in Charlottesville Tony, I enjoyed the Gershwin! However, I was dissapointed when Rowan engaged in political whinning. I thought that I would be able to escape that atmosphere by coming to see some bluegrass musicians. Nonetheless, you sound great as always and I like the new tunes you guys were playing. Rob Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Friday, November 12, 2004 at 10:51:34 (EST) dear pam, how are u doing, i hope you still look at the guest book, i have a question regaurding tonys instrumenets. what did he play before the 1935 d-28 "bone"? also does tony still stay in touch with jd, i hope to see them together sometime since i missed them seeing that i wasent born during the new south days and i feel like i really missed out being from lexington, and all that happening right here, did tony live here in lexington during those days? best wishes...CJ cj lex, ky - Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 19:00:11 (EST) I've missed you!!!!!!!!!!! Lori Copeland Biloxi, MS - Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 17:03:04 (EST) Tony, I have been a long toime fan...Any plans to tour Canada (Calgary, Alberta)? Bluegrass..Finger pickin good Bob Jennett Calgary, ab - Tuesday, November 09, 2004 at 22:42:02 (EST) Hi Tony...I was wondering if youve aver heard of my great grandfather. His name was Charlie Bowman, he was a fiddler back in the 1920s and 30s. He wrote many songs, including "Nine Pound Hammer", "Roll On Buddy Roll On", and "East Tennessee Blues". He played for a short time with a band called The Rice Brothers. He also played in The Hillbillies, back in the 1920s. It would be great to hear from anyone that is familiar with Charlies music. I dont know if you'll read this Tony, but if you do it would be a thrill to hear from you. thanks -Scott ssadler_2003@yahoo.com scott bowman middletown, pa - Monday, November 08, 2004 at 17:18:26 (EST) Hi Tony, Got my tickets and I'll look forward to meeting you after the show in Tallahassee. As a cancer survivor, I want to show my support and contribute to a great cause to beat a dreadful disease. best wishes, Larry Jackson Larry Jackson Auburndale, Fl - Saturday, November 06, 2004 at 15:29:55 (EST) hi, how lucky you are to see on stage mighty fine musicians as Tony... If I could be with you all, just once.In my country,it's almost impossible to find one show ! thomas dijon, - Friday, November 05, 2004 at 18:21:52 (EST) I got my reserved tickets ordered for Larry's Benefit Concert in Tallahasee on 12 December. Looking forward to seeing all these great performers in one place, though I'm saddened by the reason for the gathering. Best wishes to the entire Rice family. Jeff Dodson Pensacola, FL - Friday, November 05, 2004 at 12:10:19 (EST) Hello Tony It was great to see you again at Carlini's last night. Thanks for letting me play the Santa Cruz. It plays and sounds great. I was especially impressed with Snuffy's repair. Give him my regards and I hope to see you when you pass this way again. Be safe. Pete Peter Becker Lebanon, NJ - Friday, November 05, 2004 at 08:18:51 (EST) TONY ROCKS- Someone who sells tortoise shell picks,the ones made of hawksbill or green sea turtle, e-mail me I'm interested in buying in bulk amounts. Someone e-mail me about some information. I'm okay with post 1978 material. Thanks. E-mail Me @ nates_sheer@hotmail.com, - Thursday, November 04, 2004 at 21:10:06 (EST) Howdy Folks, Just wanted to drop a note to thank everyone who posts to this site. We all share a common love for Tony's music and bluegrass in general. Whether you are inquiring about specific Rice issues or you just want to say hey, you all are greatly appreciated. For those who pick, keep on picking. For those you love bluegrass, keep on lovin. Have a great day. Joe - TR Merch Coordinator - Thursday, November 04, 2004 at 12:09:47 (EST) I wish I could have been @ the Hardly Strictly. Anyway, Plays and Sings Bluegrass is a favorite. I Hope that Tony is doing well. looking forward to the Kentucky show in December. MERLE Merle Columbus, oh - Thursday, November 04, 2004 at 00:39:38 (EST) i remember a time when the site was good for discussion for all those who love bluegrass and TONYS music, i understand that respect is key when discussing a man of MR. Rices level but i believe that he would prefer to be called Tony seeing that bluegrass music is special because the musicians are approachable and kind and i dont believe that tony would object to a 18 year old kid trying to find a guitar through his site, because as long as someone is playing bluegrass his music will live on so there Misanthrope thats my 10cents. id do anything for Tony Rice i plan on trying to make the trip for ky to fla. just for the benifit concert because i want to do what i can for larry. i would never use his site for selfish reason he is the most important influence i have ever had. cj lex, ky - Wednesday, November 03, 2004 at 18:26:13 (EST) Tony played a great show with Peter Rowen in San Francisco a few weeks ago. It was the "Hardly Strictly Bluegrass" festival. To see photos of Tony, Peter and all the other great artists, copy and paste this URL into your browser window: www.geocities.com/ron8318/strictly_bluegrass.htm Crawlin Kingsnake San Diego, CA - Tuesday, November 02, 2004 at 17:10:03 (EST) I thought Merle Travis wrote Nine Pound Hammer? Floyd TN - Tuesday, November 02, 2004 at 03:34:16 (EST) Misanthrope, No need to go and get all serious there son. lol. Keep up the great work Tony! OL' Roscoe NC - Tuesday, November 02, 2004 at 03:33:02 (EST) Fishing for "good deals" on '50's Martins, and people that think "Tony" is Mr. Rice's surname...what's happened to this website? Misanthrope Wherever, - Monday, November 01, 2004 at 20:17:51 (EST) anybody out there know of a good deal on a 50s martin cj lex, ky - Monday, November 01, 2004 at 13:31:05 (EST) You are the best ever in my books !!!!!!! I was wondering if you are playing in Ontario Canada!!!!! in the near future thanks Doug Goodberry Napanee, Ont - Monday, November 01, 2004 at 00:00:54 (EST) Mr. Rice - I saw you, with Peter Rowan, in Nashville this past September ! That was my 4th time to see you in concert ! As always, you played great ! Thanx for the photo and autograph ! God bless ! Tim Eldridge Algood, TN - Saturday, October 30, 2004 at 12:23:24 (EDT) Hi Tony. I was wondering if you are related to The Tony Brothers, circa late 1930s-early 1940s. My great grndfather played with them, his name was Charlie Bowman. He also played with "The Hillbillies"/"Buckle Busters" back in the late 1920s. He wrote and recorded "Nine Pound Hammer" "roll on buddy, roll on" east tennessee blues and many other tunes. I love your playing and would be thrilled to hear back from you. ssadler_2003@yahoo.com scott sadler middletown, pa - Friday, October 29, 2004 at 23:56:05 (EDT) Read the below message! I LOVE YOU TONY! Mike WPB, FL - Friday, October 29, 2004 at 20:34:19 (EDT) Tony Rice ROCKS, nobody even compares. I'm looking for tortoise shell picks. The real thing. nates_sheer@hotmail.com. THANKS! Mike WPB, FL - Friday, October 29, 2004 at 20:33:04 (EDT) Dear Tony and crew: Just want to say how much I've enjoyed "stumbling" onto Tony and his talent. Calif. Autumn was my first album, and there have been many more bought since. I'm a trombone player, and yeah, there's no brass parts for the most part in bluegrass, but I have used ideas heard from Tony and his players in my playing in other genres. What an inspiration! Great music to "treadmill" to, drive with, and groove with. Can't wait to see Tony play live sometime. Best regards, and God bless. -Patrick Patrick Fitzjarrald Daleville, In. - Thursday, October 28, 2004 at 13:23:43 (EDT) Tony' I eat,sleep and breath your music.There is noone on Earth that even compares to you. Keep picking in hard!! David Grindstaff Marion, NC - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at 21:44:54 (EDT) Sure would like to see Tony here in New England! Mike Shafnacker Clinton, CT - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at 08:32:17 (EDT) I have been mostly a fan of "electric music" and play in a group for a church. However, listening to Tony play is a thing of beauty and he is the reason I have been picking up my acoustic occasionally at home. God bless you Tony. Jim Busch Loretto, MN - Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at 22:19:41 (EDT) I just heard about Larry's condition. Larry is a very nice guy and I wish him all the best. God Bless. Raymond Reidsville, NC - Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at 15:10:43 (EDT) Just found out about the Larry Rice benefit concert. Very worthwhile endevor. Also, noticed that some autographed copies of Devlin were for sale. I have a couple of questions: 1) What does Devlin mean, is it someone's name? 2) Has anyone ever heard the track "Untitled As Of Yet" live? To me this is just a great tune! Scott Sullivan Pascagoula, MS - Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at 10:45:03 (EDT) Tony played a great show with Peter Rowen in San Francisco a few weeks ago. It was the "Hardly Strictly Bluegrass" festival. To see photos of Tony, Peter and all the other great artists, copy and paste this URL into your browser window: www.geocities.com/ron8318/strictly_bluegrass.htm Crawlin' Kingsnake San Diego, CA - Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at 03:39:23 (EDT) I was just looking through the photo gallery of the Unit at the Oakboro Music hall and noticed that Wyatt Rice and Ricky Simpkins have put on some weight since I had last seen them. Smile some Ricky, You look to serious. Keep up the great work Tony. Justin Gates Pikeville, KY - Monday, October 25, 2004 at 04:54:41 (EDT) Hi Tony Sorry to hear of the arthritis problem. I hope it gets better soon. I started crocheting again after 7 years and am starting to have problems too. trouble is I have become addicted to it and can't stop. like you with your music it is something I love to do 6 to 8 hours a day. I will be praying for you as your music is important to my well being. I love Bluegrass music and play it 24/7. Mabel Mabel B Trent Landenberg, Pa - Sunday, October 24, 2004 at 10:26:00 (EDT) You were there for me, by Peter Rowan & Tony Rice, is THE best CD of the Year. Great job Tony. Tony sounds so fresh and so different on this CD. Pick up folks! Steve Jackson, TN - Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 06:19:05 (EDT) Take care of yourself Tony! Had the pleasure of seeing you at Cherokeee Farms. Thanks for tolerating the heat. Thansk for a great set... Jeff Odem Waleska, GA - Friday, October 22, 2004 at 10:32:05 (EDT) Thank You Ty Littleton, CO - Thursday, October 21, 2004 at 12:31:47 (EDT) Tony, Take care of yourself. Hope to see and hear you live and in person Soon! How do you do it? respectfully, Jim Brunner Austin, Texas - Monday, October 18, 2004 at 16:11:22 (EDT) Second that motion....One needs to care of themself if they wanna keep on playing over the years. Hope it all is alright, Tony...God Bless. Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Friday, October 15, 2004 at 18:06:53 (EDT) Tony's Update. As many of you know the dangers of over practice and repetitive hand injuries are commonplace amongst stringed instrument players. Like others, Tony was concerned about these issues when he experienced some discomfort during a recent show, which led to the cancellation of a few shows. Tony has sought medical advice from well respected doctors and the advice was to remain vigilant on a program of limited use and rest while touring rigorously. He is resting the arm for the next leg of this tour in November and should not be affected. Having played guitar for as many years as he has, it is important to protect the hands that create that music for years to come. Worthy advice to all. Christian NC - Friday, October 15, 2004 at 16:40:38 (EDT) Tony your music is stellar but I think you should offer a greater selection of items on your merchandise page, also what is the news on your book? The photos pgae should be updated as well. You see Tony, all of us who visit your site everyday need more, we understand that our existence revolves around your website so we ask that you entertain us with more photos info and things to spend money on. Thanks Bob VA - Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 11:25:49 (EDT) Hi Mr. Rice, I just wanted to say Gordy is good but you take his music to a whole different level, besides you're the only got my son to listen to country. GOOD WORK, KEEP IT UP When are you coming to the delaware area so we can catch a concert? Catherine Spacer Middletown, DE - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at 18:48:03 (EDT) Hey Tony, Just wanted to let you and Pam know Lori and I are wishing you and you're family a great and blessed holiday season..We saw you're show at the ARK in Ann Arbour,Mi and you were so kind to share some time backstage with us..You Sir made our day..We hope to see you again soon and that you will keep in touch..Lori says anytime you guys are up this way you're welcome to a quite guest room and a home cooked meal if you wish...The invitation is always open...Also she makes a pretty mean peanut butter cookie LOL...As soon as we can I'll see if she can post the Ark pictures on you're website for you...Take care and God Bless...Jay & Lori P.S. Lori still thinks you're not human to be able to play that way LOL.. Jay Thomas & Lori Cockerham East Lansing, Mi - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at 15:38:32 (EDT) Hallo Tony First time I heard one of your records was 1980 “Mar West “. It was just a dream, since I walked behind all the records you did and those your are still doing for us even if it is hard to find your records in Europe. Thanks a lot for your music, the way you do it and enjoy it. You are the great guitar player. Please stay with us we love you. Nahid Azzouz Marburg, - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at 15:13:25 (EDT) Hey Tony can I have your guitar? loren barton - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 17:15:36 (EDT) Boy Tony sure does have some bad look with all of these arm and hand injuries he has been having the past couple of years. Get Well soon and hope to see You back picking soon. Frank Rich Frank Rich Reno, - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 16:29:12 (EDT) is there anyone out there that has any reasonable things to say regaurding tony's condition i was just concerned ???????? cj lex, ky - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 15:49:01 (EDT) i spoke with tim stafford he said a year at best on the biography cj lex, ky - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 15:46:17 (EDT) Well folks, while Tony remains my favorite guitar player of all time for his approach, tone, taste and timing, I've given up on this site as a source of information (except for the tour dates) for my guitar hero. Whoever the "webmaster" is for this site would do well to get updated information and let Tony's fans know what's going on from time to time. (Biography????) My understanding is that Tony is a "private" person and I absolutely respect that. With that said, I hope that if you are actually injured or fighting the painful conditions of arthritis/tendonitis, I hope you feel better soon. This is my final post here as I send out my best wishes to Tony and Pam, as well as your friends and family. May you both prosper as time goes on. I'm a lifelong fan and will remain so, no matter what. I think I'll go fill up the Stereo with all your recordings and listen for a good long while. See you on the road sometime. Jeff Dodson Pensacola, FL - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 09:45:38 (EDT) today its raining in washington state, Tony , it doesnt always rain here! i get to go tonight and see the show at the crocodile cafe in downtown seattle, i can hardly wait, that will really brighten up this day and to make things better i now see that Tony is going to be with us at wintergrass in tacoma next feb. oh what a great day. thanks Tony for youre great music. sean sean carroll university place , wa - Saturday, October 09, 2004 at 14:28:41 (EDT) Folks, I would never contribute to the IBMA! I mean there's TR and then everyone wanting to play like TR! walt s. - Saturday, October 09, 2004 at 10:00:16 (EDT) Tony must not be a member of IBMA, because they stuck it to him again. Politics Politics. Donnie Wright Hotlanta, GA - Saturday, October 09, 2004 at 01:10:23 (EDT) Replacing TR is like replacing Santa Clause with the Easter Bunny!! walt s. - Thursday, October 07, 2004 at 20:33:01 (EDT) Campfire rumors say Tony has injured his elbow. Some of the Rice/Rowan shows are still on with Mike Marshall sitting in. (Refunds available for those who desire) Any word? Jeff Dodson Pensacola , FL - Thursday, October 07, 2004 at 10:43:42 (EDT) sorry to see that u have a gig thursday wish you could be there tony. IBMA isent the same with out you. cj lex, ky - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 22:58:12 (EDT) i hope tony wins ibma guitar player of the year this weekend ill be at the award show i hope your there tony. cj lex, ky - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 22:56:54 (EDT) No offense taken here. Tony is the King of Tone. Dont believe me? then listen to the Manzanita album. Steve NY - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 17:34:48 (EDT) I've been a part of Bluegrass music my entire life, as my father has played banjo for 25 years. I'm 19 years old, and in love with the guitar. I have every one of your albums. I couldn't even begin to say enough about what I think about your playing. You have completely inspired me. I sometimes play for 5 hours straight, and I have a 50 hour a week job. I have your New Acoustic Guitar tablature book. That book is awesome. I wish you had more tablature out. My dad has played Jerusaelm Ridge for years, but no rhythm guitar players could follow him, let alone ever take a break, but I can do that now. Once again, I can't say enough. You are amazing. Your breaks and rhythm skills are always totally awesome, I love them. I'm going to continue to learn scales, patterns, chords, breaks, and everything because I want to one day be as good as you. You are the best Tony, and thanks a ton for inspiring and entertaining me the way you have. Thanks. Nathan Rich North Palm Beach, FL - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 16:21:40 (EDT) Tony Rice has opened my eyes to bluegrass music. Trying to play along with him on a video or CD is almost impossible! Thank you Tony for changing my musicial life! Todd Moss Harrison, AR - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 12:46:20 (EDT) IF I SAID ANYTHING WRONG I AM SORRY I DID NOT MEND TO OFFEND ANYONE TIM SLONE PRESTONSBURG, KY - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 02:44:12 (EDT) TONY IS THE BEST LEAD GUITAR PLAYER BAR NONE. OLD HOME PLACE IS THE ONE TOP 3 BLUEGRASS SONGS. BECAUSE OF TONY RICE I WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PASSION FOR ACOUSTIC BLUEGRASS MUSIC. TONY IS A TRUE BLUEGRASS LEGEND TIM SLONE PRESTONSBURG, KY - Wednesday, October 06, 2004 at 02:36:15 (EDT) The record with Peter Rowan is long over due and an excellent collection of some fine music.It's finally here and man it is Great! Jim Somewherein, Va - Monday, October 04, 2004 at 08:16:33 (EDT) great project with peter tony, wondering if theres every going to be a live project with the unit CJ lex, ky - Sunday, October 03, 2004 at 19:47:52 (EDT) The new Tony cd is available on the merchandise page! Joe Asheville, NC - Sunday, October 03, 2004 at 14:54:57 (EDT) well, perhaps less talk is contributed to a busy summer, as in my case. I too have noticed less of the familiar names that post on here. But I have hope. Looking forward to buying Tony's and Peter's new CD this week. Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Sunday, October 03, 2004 at 14:50:25 (EDT) Tony, It was absolutely wonderful to see you yesterday. I figured the last time I saw you was in 1987. I'm so sorry you're having problems with tendonitis. I saw your grimacing when you were playing. I have been bothered by tendonitis in both my right hand and elbow off and on for years. I pray that your physician can find a solution for you. It's hard for you to rest your right arm because you use it to make your living, but rest and therapy are very important. OK, that's the nurse in me coming out. I'm glad you got the photos of you and Bill M. Tony, I will always cherish you as a dear friend and hope we can be in touch more often. Take care, Suzanne Suzanne Coulombe San Francisco, CA - Sunday, October 03, 2004 at 11:46:23 (EDT) man, i dont know what went down with this board but it used to be cool, it used to be a board where we could share info about tonys playing, and have sometime of fan network, but now all that u all talk about is more tony less peter and thats just disrespectful to one of tonys best friends and a damn good singer too. I dont the T would appreciate those statements about pete deserved or not. I mean whats with these useless statements not to mention the porn links whats up with that. ive gotten on here three times to ask about the book and none were responded to. i miss the old dicussions. cj cj lex, ky - Sunday, October 03, 2004 at 01:52:13 (EDT) I am going to see Tony in nov. Help me out folks who is a part of the Tony Rice Q-Tet carrierdome44@hotmail.com Andrew J Taylor Washington, nj - Friday, October 01, 2004 at 22:02:17 (EDT) Hey Tony , i just played a gig in the KM building in Kalispel Montana for a guy called Pat who says he's a friend of yours . Now i'm back in Jersey and see that your not playing anywhere near by while i'm in the states . I'm a huge fan of your pickin' and think we should get you over to England! Why don't you ever play over there? I book for a venue or two that might be able to just about afford you. The english believe you to be the official bluegrass flat picker , they'd turn out in their hordes to see you play . If your interested or would like to hear more about the British Bluegrass scene , go to my band web site www.the-badgers.co.uk and leave me a message in the guestbook . Cheers . james hickman Shrewsbury, - Thursday, September 30, 2004 at 17:56:21 (EDT) Just got my copy of "You Were There For Me" by Tony Rice and Peter Rowan(s). This is a must have for all of Tony's fans. The solo work is exceptional as usual, but what is strikeing is the back up fill stuff. Although we don't here Tony vocally, he is singing and expressing himself throughout each song. Also, it struck me that one of the things that seperates Tony from others is that there are some great licks on each song, but they aren't repeated over and over. Often times you will hear a player lay down something good, but then they go back to it over and over again. I think this is want makes Tony an original. God Bless Scott Sullivan Pascagoula, MS - Thursday, September 30, 2004 at 12:11:55 (EDT) Dave.... email me and I'll help with the Edmund Fitzgerald tune...t.crowder@trccomputing.com.... Toby Crowder Burnsville , NC - Thursday, September 30, 2004 at 09:09:26 (EDT) No Rowan, all TR!! walt s. - Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at 21:12:01 (EDT) Hey Tony, I just got your new CD yesterday and it sounds great. I especially like Miss Liberty, Come Back to Old Sante Fe, and Wild Mustang. Excellent. JB VA - Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at 12:22:39 (EDT) Tony are you ever coming back to Sarasota/Bradenton? I traded guitars once with your uncle Leon! Terry Detwiler Bradenton, fl - Friday, September 24, 2004 at 23:59:05 (EDT) hello I'd like to know who tony 's favorite players are ; who he goes to for learning and I pray that he 's doin O K God Bless him craig craig tarquinio king of prussia , pa - Friday, September 24, 2004 at 17:15:20 (EDT) I love your pickin and your legendary tone from mr. white's hd-28 hope to see you in boulder CO and I'd love to pick around with you and probably will some time erik swanson littleton, co - Friday, September 24, 2004 at 13:00:39 (EDT) Does anyone have any footage or photographs of Tony's performance on the Opry with P. Rowan? Or is that just a mean trick someone is playing on me? RLT Warrenton, - Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 19:40:00 (EDT) Christian, do You know if this is going to repeat? please let us know. Anthony NC - Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 06:02:01 (EDT) Dang, wish I would have known about that!!!!! Would have loved 2 seen it. Anthony NC - Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 05:53:42 (EDT) Howdy folks, Tony and Peter played the Opry last night and it was televised on GAC. It has been almost 30 years since Tony played the Opry. He and Peter played five songs to a very receptive crowd. Christian Asheville, NC - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 23:04:05 (EDT) i'm french and consider tony as one of the greatest guitarist of all time (with django, biréli lagrène..). Have you ever thought about playing in europe and particulary france? eric toulouse, - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 16:35:54 (EDT) I've admired your style of playing ever since I can remember. Loved to sit and listen to you sing. I grew up listening to your songs. Keep up the great tunes. Denise Bruce St. Laurent, MB - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 13:45:34 (EDT) Wondering if someone could help me out. Im learning Tony's version to the lightfoot tune, wreck of the edmund fitzgerald and he starts out with the capo on the 1st freat in an two string A chord but i cant figure out the right hand pattern, can someone help? thanks Davis - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 08:05:41 (EDT) I saw the show last week with Peter Rowan at Cat's Cradle in Chapel Hill... was a real good time. Excellent music and musicianship. Should be a great new CD too. Dave Chapel Hill, NC - Tuesday, September 21, 2004 at 10:20:44 (EDT) Thanks Tony... For workin' up a sweat at HarvestFest! Great Jeff Odem Waleska, GA - Monday, September 20, 2004 at 14:41:10 (EDT) More Unit less Rowan!!! Ol' Roscoe - Sunday, September 19, 2004 at 16:56:45 (EDT) Less Rowan, more Unit. Pete Sylva, NC - Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 10:16:21 (EDT) Tony is a recovering alcoholic, so I dont think he would have a favorite right now. I know it is a hard battle to win, but it can be done. Still praying for You Tony! M. D. - Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 02:12:40 (EDT) HOWEVER, I COULD BE WRONG RL Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Friday, September 17, 2004 at 08:50:08 (EDT) Tony's favorite whiskey has to be some Kentucky whiskey. I have a feeling hes not a huge Tennessee whiskey fan. RL Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Friday, September 17, 2004 at 08:49:38 (EDT) Man you got to come to south dakota we never ever never get any kind of bluegrass out here and we have plenty of pickers. Charles Sioux Falls, SD - Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 19:39:50 (EDT) I would like to know how your throat is doing. I hate to never here it live again.hawg51@sbcglobol.net,just in case you have a chance to e-mail me about your throat.thanks Tim Tim Evans Grove City, Oh - Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 15:02:07 (EDT) Tony, Your performance the other night at Down Home Saturday night can only be described in one word- MESMERIZING-. I felt like I was in a trance. It was by far the best show yet,even though we think that after every show. Your wife and Bryn both are 2 of the luckiest women on earth to get to be around you as much as they are. We can't wait until we see you again. Thanks again for coming back to Johnson City, everyone played amazing. Always remember "THE PERFUME LADY AND THE BALD GUY" Kelly & Rick Whitson Elizabethton, TN - Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at 20:33:32 (EDT) I recently got to see Tony and the Unit perform at The Down Home in Johnson City Tn,and sat on the edge of my seat the entire show!It was the most professional entertaining show i had ever been to,and became a fan that night.Thanks for the performance it truly inspired me. Shon Hampton Virgie, KY - Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at 19:11:27 (EDT) The Down Home, 9-11-04: These remarkable musicians--Tony,Wyatt,Rickie and Bryn--played every number as if it were their reason for being. A marvelous performance! And Ed Snodderly and Dan Julian provided the perfect acoustic venue. Dan Pope Piney Flats, TN - Monday, September 13, 2004 at 21:32:53 (EDT) Great performance Tony at Down Home in Johnson City, TN. It was unreal. You just keep getting better.. Jason Penland Burnsville, NC - Monday, September 13, 2004 at 17:49:42 (EDT) Whats up tony. dude you are the all time guitar god!!!! just wanted to let you know that you freakin rock. Look forward to seeing you somewere down the road. Josh Hixson Chattanooga, TN - Monday, September 13, 2004 at 13:35:47 (EDT) WOW!! Saw Tony at the Down Home in Johnson City, TN last night. Probably the ump-teenth time I seem him there and it gets better every time. Don't really know how he could do it but, he gets better every day it seems. Keep goin' man. We love 'ya and sure have missed 'ya. Allen Hughes Erwin , TN - Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 14:49:37 (EDT) ill asume tony prefers makers mark seeing that he named a jazz tune after it. i would hope so being from lexington, ky. CJ lex, ky - Friday, September 10, 2004 at 16:48:11 (EDT) Robert in VA (and anyone else who hasn't seen it). Go here for a cool interview with TR. Several questions answered about the "Bone". Go to "Google" and type in Tony Rice Interview. Go to the one on the Flatpick.com website. If all else fails, you can try to cut and paste this into your web browser: http://www.flatpick.com/Pages/Featured_Artist/Tony.html Jeff Dodson Pensacola, FL - Friday, September 10, 2004 at 14:19:20 (EDT) TR, what brand of whiskey do you prefer? Walt S. - Friday, September 10, 2004 at 12:23:54 (EDT) I love your guitar playing. Keep on Playing awsome music D. Davis St. John's, nl - Thursday, September 09, 2004 at 20:22:45 (EDT) SMS,Logo,Dzwonki Polifoniczne,Gry Java,Bramka Sms,Nokia,Tapety http://logo.xn.pl/ http://dhost.info/sms/ michal kalisz, poland - Thursday, September 09, 2004 at 15:18:58 (EDT) Someone write a book on the Bone. Robert Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Wednesday, September 08, 2004 at 15:11:19 (EDT) Tony, What happened to your t-shirts sales. You should get some more shirts and merchandise designed. I have everyone of your cd's and am running out of things to purchase. Still sound great. Robert Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Wednesday, September 08, 2004 at 15:08:04 (EDT) just wanted to acknowledge the best damn bluegrass giutar picker that ever lived. noone else even comes close. tony was making guitar flatpicking history before anyone ever thought about the guitar as a lead instrument. he is the best vocalist in my opinion that has ever lived. i want to thank tony rice for giving me personally the drive to want to be part of this music as a musician and i will always be a great fan of his. although i regret the fact that he cant sing anymore i have collected all of his vocal recordings and they continue to be on the top of my listening favorites. his singing portrays a true icon with his heart and soul interpretations. he will always be my favorite bluegrass singer and picker. drive on mr. Rice. and thanks for you presence in this genre. all great flatpickers owe you a great debt for pioneering so many guitar methods and your style is present in nearly every current superpicker. thanks a million. tony buck rural retreat, va - Wednesday, September 08, 2004 at 14:07:26 (EDT) tony is the greatest in the world in my book,the word is tim stafford is writing a biograpy on tonys life? chris messer bessmer city, nc - Tuesday, September 07, 2004 at 01:12:29 (EDT) Was! Is! And will always be the greatest! Bobby King Morehead, KY - Wednesday, September 01, 2004 at 18:05:38 (EDT)